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What is a CT Scan and Why Would I Need One for Dental Implants? Having dental implants is a major dental procedure that requires a careful assessment of the condition of your jaw bone and teeth. Here you’ll find all the information you’ll need about CT scans and why they are a necessary step for …
While dentistry has its many specialties such as Orthodontics, Endodontics and Periodontics, there are also many other categories of dentistry that a nonspecialist dentist may focus on. These can include areas such as: – Implantology – focusing on providing dental implants – Occlusion – treating patients with dental bite issues – Restorative/Operative Dentistry – restoring …
A Pediatric Dentist specializes in the treatment and prevention of certain dental issues of children. Although most General Dentists treat children, a Pedodontist will have completed 2 or more years of postdoctoral education in Pediatric Dentistry. Routine dental problems in children are often performed by General Dentists, but there are certain situations where the knowledge …
What is Involved in a Detailed and Extensive Exam? If you know about our Comprehensive Exam, you’ll know how thoroughly and extensively we examine our patients at Modern Family Dentists as standard procedure. But when we need to take things a step further, such as assessing a patient for a major dental procedure, we will …
Thorough patient care is incredibly important to us, and that’s why at Modern Family Dentists, we leave no stone unturned when conducting your Comprehensive Exam. Many dentists will do everything by the book – which is fine, of course – but we go beyond the call of duty to ensure we can provide the most …
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An Orthodontist is a dentist that specializes in treating the appearance and alignment of teeth, and correcting bite issues. While General Dentists and Pediatric Dentists are able to correct most cases of crooked and misaligned teeth, an Orthodontist will have had at least 2 years of postdoctoral education in this area. This means they specialize …
Because the teeth and gums are incredibly complicated and complex structures, there are many types of disease that can occur in the mouth. Sometimes, an Oral Pathologist is needed to identify the disease to help determine the most suitable treatment. An Oral Pathologist is a dentist who has at least 2 years of postdoctoral education …
For some dental procedures, it is necessary to take X-rays of the mouth to view the inside of the teeth. This procedure, known as radiology, is to help determine any issues or complications and their extent before performing their required procedure. Your General Dentist, along with all other dentists, dental hygienists and most dental assistants …
In most circumstances, your General Dentist will usually perform routine oral surgery such as tooth extractions (exodontia). But what about when the surgical procedures are a bit more complicated? Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons, who will have completed both D.D.S. and M.D. degrees along with specific postdoctoral education in oral surgery, specialize in some of the …
While a General Dentists sees to the majority of your dental needs, an Endodontist specializes in treating teeth where the dental pulp (inner tissue of a tooth) has become diseased. Dental school graduates are considered General Dentists, and may choose to continue practicing General Dentistry. However, those that develop an interest in diagnosing and treating …
A General Dentist is usually your primary dental care provider who diagnoses and treats your immediate and long-term oral health care needs. After graduating from dental school, all dentists are considered General Dentists. They may then choose to specialize in a certain area of interest to them, such as Endodontics (the treatment of teeth with …
Dentists and the Types of Dentistry They Perform. Your dentist does all types of dental work, right? Not always. It is common belief that dentists cover all areas of oral services, but just like physicians, they usually specialize in certain areas. Because dentistry focuses on the mouth, it is easy to think of that as …
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Veneers – Kenosha Dentist: Modern Family Dentists LLC If your teeth are chipped, crooked or uneven, then veneers may be the best option to improve the appearance of your teeth. Many people are choosing veneers as the affordable option for correcting a variety of dental issues, and here at Modern Family Dentists LLC we will …
If teeth are not properly cared for, a buildup of plaque can start to damage the teeth and gums. This can cause various conditions such as gum disease and tooth decay. When bacteria starts to damage the inside of a tooth known as the root canal system, then root canal treatment will be necessary to …
Periodontitis, or gum disease as it more commonly known, is a condition that affects almost everyone to some degree throughout their lives. Many people ignore the signs of gum disease, but it can ultimately lead to loss of one, several, or all teeth. Although children are affected much less than adults, periodontitis is just as …
Have your teeth lost the brightness they once had? If so, Modern Family Dentists LLC can help you get a whiter, brighter smile using KoR teeth whitening technology. Widely recognised as the leading tooth whitening system, KoR works much differently to other tooth color restoration procedures. By actually penetrating the tooth itself, rather than simply …
If you have frequent headaches and jaw pain with no obvious cause, then bruxism may be to blame. Bruxism, a condition marked by teeth grinding and jaw clenching typically affects around 8% of adults, but up to 30% of adults may be affected in their lifetime. Many people may not even be aware they are …
A life of laughter can affect the skin around your mouth, making it loose and creased. If you want to lose any unwanted wrinkles and regain your youthful appearance, then dermal fillers may be the option for you. Dermal fillers can help smooth out any facial creases, helping your skin to look younger and brighter. …
For those needing dental fillings but still want a natural-looking smile, composite fillings may be the answer. While dental fillings are not unusual, the materials used can vary greatly, with each having their own pros and cons. Traditionally, a single metal such as gold, or amalgam – a mixture of metals, was used to fill …
Your child’s teeth are just as important as their adult teeth, and here at Modern Family Dentists LLC we can provide the expert pediatric dentistry and attention they deserve. What is pediatric dentistry? Pediatric dentistry is the dedicated care of oral health of children between infancy – when the first teeth come through, and adolescence …
If you suffer from jaw pain, it could be caused by bruxism (grinding your teeth), TMJ (soreness of your ‘chewing’ muscles), or indeed a whole host of other possible reasons. Here at Modern Family Dentists LLC, we can find out the cause and offer a variety of treatments to ease your pain and have your …
Although it looks and sounds like a big scary word, prophylaxis is actually just the technical term for ‘prevention is better than cure’. In dental terms, this means having your teeth cleaned regularly to prevent plaque and tartar buildup that can damage your teeth and gums. Daily brushing and flossing is important, but regular dental …
Horizontal and vertical lines between the eyebrows and above the nose, also known as frown lines, can cause your face to appear angry or scowling when you aren’t. Glabellar lines are easy to take care of with the help of Juvederm. Juvederm is an FDA-approved dermal filler that can be used in various areas of …
Crow’s feet are also known as smile lines or laugh lines. These lines form around the eyes as the elasticity of the skin decreases. Smoking or excess sun exposure can worsen these lines, but most people do get crow’s feet at some point in their lives. The good news is that Juvederm dermal filler can …
Dermal fillers such as Juvederm can be used for a number of cosmetic procedures including facial contouring. If you are looking for a nonsurgical alternative to help you feel younger while lifting and shaping your face, Juvederm may be a great option for you. Our talented staff at Modern Family Dentists LLC can assist you …
Dermal fillers have a variety of uses, including smoothing wrinkles, lifting brows, and giving you an overall younger and revitalized look. The stereotype that anyone with dermal fillers has an unnatural looking face, is simply not true. At Modern Family Dentists, we work with you to give you the look you desire, and we use …
Botox is developed using Botulinum toxin type A. Botox treatment can help slow the development of further wrinkles in the face, as well as smooth out existing ones. If you are interested in getting rid of lines or creases in your face that make you feel less confident, Botox might be a great option for …
Oral surgery is an important part of the practice at Modern Family Dentists LLC. This practice performs simple extractions, implants, and wisdom tooth removal. These services are intended to relieve pain, avoid further infection or harm, and keep up good oral health of patients. A simple extraction is the removal of a tooth that is …
Modern Family Dentists LLC is now a family oriented clinic. Trying to plan dental care for the whole family can be challenging, particularly if some family members have complicated dental needs. At Modern Family Dentists LLC, we can address dental needs no matter the age. Children should start visiting the dentist when their first teeth …
